Business & Computing Studies - Advanced
This course will help you gain various business skills along with learning about many of the latest systems and trends in business computing and IT.
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Course Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate with 5 passes or equivalent is the standard entry requirement for all Level 5 courses. Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Award are also acceptable on the majority of Level 5 courses. Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements (e.g. mature learners etc.) for particular courses may be interviewed.
A QQI Level 5 award or equivalent in a relevant subject area is the standard entry requirement for Level 6 Advanced Certificate courses.
Non-Standard Applicants
Non-Standard Applicants may be required to complete an interview and/or other form of assessment to successfully complete their registration on their chosen programme.
English Language
All courses are delivered through English. In addition to the listed entry requirements, applicants whose first language is not English are required to complete and provide evidence of English language proficiency. Where prospective learners first language is not English, the standard minimum entry requirements for all courses is proficiency at B2 on The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
School Leavers
Whether you have attended school in Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK or further afield, we have a programme to suit your needs. We have a wide range of suitable programmes with internationally recognised certification that will enhance both your career and further education possibilities.
International Students
DIFE welcomes applications from eligible international students. Help and advice is available for international students at every step of the application process and continues after enrolment onto your chosen programme.
Careers / Further progression
Progression & Career Options
Graduates will improve career prospects and have the skills and knowledge to perform more effectively in related roles in the business and IT sector. Alternatively, graduates may also progress to a range of related degree courses in universities and technological universities including Advanced Entry into Year 2 of certain business courses.
Level 7 and 8 Courses to which this course is linked:
ADVANCED SECOND YEAR ENTRY:
DKIT
Business Studies, Business and Technology, Business and Management, Digital Marketing & Public Relations, Event Management
NCI
BA (Hons) Business
TU Dublin
Business, Marketing, Business & Management, Business Studies, Business and Information Technology, Logistics and Supply Chain
IADT
Applied Entrepreneurship, Business Management
FIRST YEAR ENTRY:
UCD
Economics, Business and Law, Law, Arts
Maynooth University
Accounting and Finance, Finance, Business and Accounting, Business, Entrepreneurship, Finance and Economics.
DCU
Business Studies, Accounting and Finance, Aviation Management, Computing for Business, Marketing, Innovation and Technology
Entry to a range of other courses in Institutes of Technology.
This is not an exhaustive list. Applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked Awards, any additional module requirements, application processes and scoring systems with the Admissions Offices of the participating higher education institutions, or visit www.cao.ie.
Further information
Course commences: September 2026.
Students should apply online through the college website: www.dife.ie (see "Application Weblink").
Further information of the webpage - https://www.dife.ie/application-procedure/
This course will help you gain various business skills along with learning about many of the latest systems and trends in business computing and IT. Learners will develop an understanding of key business and computing practices that are part of current and future businesses competing in the digital age.
Business Management
Web Authoring
Spreadsheets
Relational Database
Customer Service
Business Planning
Work Experience
Applied Economics
Marketing Management
Mathematics (Option)
6M4985 - Business Studies
Award: QQI Level 6 Certificate in Business - 6M4985.
Contact Admissions Office or Course Co-ordinator,
Drogheda Institute,
Tel: 041 983 7105
Web: www.dife.ie
email: dife@lmetb.ie